Washington, D.C. – The Greater Washington Sports Alliance and the University Club of Washington, DC are proud to announce the 2010 Men’s and Women’s Tewaaraton Finalists. The Tewaaraton Award is presented to the most outstanding men’s and women’s collegiate lacrosse player as determined by two selection committees, consisting of collegiate coaches throughout all divisions of the sport.

The selection process began with a list of over 100 of the nation’s top men’s and women’s collegiate players, which was then narrowed down to selective list of fewer than 50. Of these, ten have been named as finalists, five men and five women, in which only two will be able to walk away with the sport’s top honor.

“I truly believe that each of these finalists has showcased the ability to step forward and claim the Tewaaraton Award as their own this year. As I have stated throughout the season, the selection committees have done an extraordinary job at selecting the top contenders battling for this year’s award. Everyone is welcome to come out and see which of these finalist has stepped forward to claim their place in history at the June 3rd Award Ceremony” stated Robert Sweeney, President of the Greater Washington Sports Alliance.

All finalists will be invited to the June 3rd Tewaaraton Award Ceremony taking place in Washington, D.C. at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian. This is the third time that the ceremony has taken place in the Museum which includes an exhibit on the Native roots and history of lacrosse.

There is still availability for those wishing to attend the 2010 Tewaaraton Award Ceremony on Thursday, June 3. The two winners of the 10th Annual Tewaaraton Award will be presented at this ceremony along with the 2010 High School All-Tewaaraton Team, presented by Toyota, and the 2010 Tewaaraton Scholarship Recipients. For more information please visit www.tewaaratonaward.org.